Location: Sligo
Top Things to do in Sligo
What to do and see in Sligo, Western Ireland: The Best Things to do
Sligo (Irish: Sligeach, meaning "abounding in shells" — /ˈslaɪɡoʊ/ SLY-goh; Irish pronunciation: [ˈɕlʲɪɟəx]) is a coastal seaport and the county town of County Sligo, Ireland, within the western province of Connacht. With a population of approximately 20,000 in 2016, it is the second largest urban centre in the West of Ireland, with only Galway being larger. The Sligo Borough District constitutes 61% (38,581) of the county's population of 63,000.
Restaurants in Sligo
1. Knocknarea
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 660 reviews
Reviewed By brianf197 - Sligo, Ireland
I always go up the back way so cant say anything about the new walk way. Its a lovely easy climb and the views are class on a nice day
2. Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 531 reviews
Reviewed By SFDANR
Get the leaflet at the visitor centre and do the self-guided tour- many intriguing passage tombs - one of the largest neolithic burial sites Probably best for people who thrill on archeology We enjoyed our visit.
3. Glencar Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 302 reviews
Reviewed By orlaithm695 - Kemptville, Canada
Do not let this spot pass you by. It is gorgeous. Views are stunning. Stopped for a lovely cup of coffee in the nearby Waterfall Cafe.
4. Benbulben
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 386 reviews
Reviewed By mariamariabb - County Westmeath, Ireland
We followed the red arrows 5.5 km walk. Stunning views of the mountain and Donegal bay. There is a sign about 3km in to the carpark we went by this and kept to the red arrows and went through a lovely winding area with lovely trees and views very nice walk.
5. Carrowkeel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
Reviewed By grainner_313 - Dublin, Ireland
A really impressive site of a number of passage tombs. Some of which you can get into and they are much bigger than you wouod imagine. The signage could be better as you think that you're gone wrong a few times and there is a bit if a climb to get to them. But the views are incredibly impressive when you get there. You can see 4 counties, seeing Croagh Patrick and beautiful lakes. We'll worht a visit
6. Tobernalt Holy Well
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By DaveyIRL - Dublin, Ireland
Went with a pal early one morning. This is an amazingly beautiful peaceful place. The feeling of peace and tranquility was fantastic. It is visually gorgeous with a lovely stream flowing. It has the sense that this has been a place of healing for centuries. You can purchase candles to light at the various altars or simply enjoy the quietness of the place. Oh you will probably need to drive to it but if you do there are stunning roads beside the lake nearby. Enjoy and say a prayer for people visiting (and the odd reviewer)
7. Rosses Point
8. Strandhill Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 603 reviews
Reviewed By Trip51631928324 - Monasteraden, Ireland
Gorgeous place with beautiful beach and views to die for. Great for families. Varied choices of accommodation and lots of cafes and a few bars for food and drinks.
9. Sruth In Aghaidh An Aird - The Devil's Chimney
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
This 1.2km walk allows access to Ireland's highest waterfall and provides expansive views of Glencar valley and the surrounding landscape.
Reviewed By 836PatriciaM836 - County Tyrone, United Kingdom
In Glencar, Co Leitrim. As usual, mistakenly attributed to Sligo. The beauty of Glencar Waterfall, about one third of Glencar Lake and this facinating waterfall are ALL IN LEITRIM.
10. Lissadell House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 613 reviews
A surprisingly wonderful tour visit, steeped in history, part home, part estate, part museum. I highly recommend this stop when visiting the Drumcliff area of Ireland. Historical characters and references are so interesting in a spectacular setting on Galway Bay. Step back in time with this stop.
Reviewed By j0m1957 - County Dublin, Ireland
Recently along with my wife we had the pleasure of bringing three of our grandchildren to visit lisaddell house in county sligo. From the beginning to the end of our visit it was one revelation after another and so exciting for us to be in a position to share our history as a country and the joys of nature with our little ones. The ground and gardens are a joy to behold and offer great views of Ben Bulben and all round Sligo bay. Both the alpine and vegetable gardens gave rise to plenty of questions and exciting discoveries from both young and old alike. The house tour was led by a young local lad who displayed an excellent knowledge of the history of the house the Gore Booth family particularly Countess Markievicz an her sister Eva two women who have made a huge mark on both the history of our society and our country. The contrast between how people lived upstairs and downstairs in the past was made very clear not alone by our guide but also the stark reality of seeing first hand the rooms and the artifacts therein, The old toys were of particular interest to our girls. The rooms upstairs have been excellently restored and Lissadell is well worth a visit.
